Hurricane Helene aftermath: recovery in Georgia
The death toll in Georgia due to Hurricane Helene has risen to 33, with a total of nearly 200 fatalities across the South. The estimated cost of the storm's damage in Georgia is $417 million, which is expected to increase as more counties report their losses. The Georgia National Guard has deployed approximately 2,000 members to assist with recovery efforts, and President Joe Biden has authorized increased federal disaster assistance for the state. Frances Floresca is an Augusta, Georgia resident, and freelance reporter. She joins LiveNOW from FOX to share insight to the recovery in her community.